This April Day: PoemsPoetry. "Judson Mitcham is, to use his own fine phrase, a `comedian of innocence.' And in his new book [THIS APRIL DAY] he shows himself to be a comedian of experience as well. I can't think of a poet in America today who is writing more movingly or with a greater depth of humor. His poems can inspire tears or laughter. Often both"--Mark Jarman. |
Contents
History of Rain | 3 |
Dream Laughter | 4 |
Preface to an Omnibus Review | 5 |
Copyright | |
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